More Issues Than Essence with Kim

Episode 10 is finally here and it gets real! This week’s Black Owned Business is Five Diamond Fitness and Wellness, @fivediamondfitness on Instagram. Hit me up on Instagram @moreissuespodcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week is Black Women Appreciation Week. Kim discusses more of the hardship that black women face in today’s society. The Black Business of the Week is LipLove, a black owned cosmetics brand that is vegan and cruelty free. Shop their amazing products at www.shopliplove.com. The 3 Plays of the Week features 3 female artist that are rising in Hip Hop. It is Day 7 of the 14 Day Self Care Challenge and to stay connected, follow on Instagram @moreissuespodcast. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Today’s episode explores stress management and mental health. Kim shares some ways to manage your emotions when you’re feeling stressed out. Today starts a new 14 Day Self Care Challenge, more detail on Instagram @moreissuespodcast. The Black Business of the Week is Less Stress Mobile Laundry, a contactless mobile laundry service that picks up, wash and deliver your laundry. Visit their website at www.lessstressmobilelaundry.com. The 3 Plays Of The Week features some new music from Brent Faiyaz, RINI, and DUCKWRTH. Stay connected with the show on Instagram @moreissuespodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

To be single in 2020 and during a global pandemic can be a real struggle. Why do we have such a hard time finding love? Well this gets explored today with the discussion of modern dating. The Black Business of the Week is Off The Bone Barbecue located in Dallas Tx. Check them out and follow them on Instagram @offthebonebarbecue. The 3 Plays of the Week explore some new R&B tracks released by some of your favorite artists. Stay connected and follow on Instagram @moreissuespodcast and @itsyagirlkim. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kim discusses the racism that surrounds mass incarceration. The Black Business of the week is Cooper’s Power Washing Services, follow them on Facebook and Instagram @cooperpowerwash. The 3 Plays of the Week features new music from 2 new artist. Stay connected with on Instagram @itsyagirlkim. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

We have recently learned that there is no justice for Breonna Taylor. Kim discuss the importance of voting and how black women are continuously in suffrage. The Black Business of the Week is Bella Bath & Body Skincare, a all natural and handmade skincare brand. Visit there website at bellabath.com and follow them on Facebook and Instagram @bellabath. The 3 Plays of the Week are by 3 black female artist that have put out some great music. Stay connected with Kim on Instagram @itsyagirlkim --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week’s episode is all about making some extra dough, scrilla, and coins. Whether you you have a job or not, Kim shares 7 side hustles that you can start and/or add for additional income. The Black Business of the week is Happy Hour Photo Booth. A photo booth rental service for weddings, baby showers, corporate parties and community events. Follow @happyhourphotoboothco on Instagram and to inquire or book their services go to www.happyhourphotoboothco.com. The 3 Plays of the Week highlights some fresh new music from some of your favorite artist. Stay connected with Kim on Instagram @itsyagirlkim and remember BLACK LIVES STILL MATTER! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week on More Issues Than Essence with Kim, Kim shares some tips and ways to improve self care and self love. The Top 3 Plays of the Week surround artist that make you feel good and bring good vibes. The Black Business of the Week features Chef Jace of Ambitious Cuisine. Follow and reach out on Instagram @ambitiouscuisine for a personal culinary experience. Stay connected with Kim on Instagram @itsyagirlkim. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week on More Issues Than Essence with Kim, Kim discusses the war on the transgender community. The events of Jacob Blake and continuing the fight against racism and police brutality. R.I.P. Chadwick Boseman. This week’s Black Business features Cooper Tax Service, specializing in tax preparation, credit restoration and services for small businesses. Follow Cooper Tax Services on Facebook and Instagram @coopertaxservices or go coopertaxserv.com to find out more about their services. The Top 3 Plays of the Week is a new music segment being introduced this episode as Kim shares the top 3 songs on repeat this week. Follow on Instagram @itsyagirlkim --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Kim discusses the recent incident of domestic violence that has been amplified due to media with Meg THEE Stallion and Tory Lanez. She shares her experiences with abuse and brings a special guest along to discuss to this tragic event everyone is talking about on social media and give guidance to anyone seeking help. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Coming August 28th